My collection of material pleasures including but not limited to rug hooking -- rugs I love, rugs I'm making, ideas for new rugs -- and other hobbies and passions. I have 7 chickens I adore and love to ride my bike. I am a voracious reader and I enjoy cooking--occasionally!
-- Sharlene Washington

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Tuesday, February 12, 2013

I have some catching up to do. I've been doing a lot of biking and have been preoccupied with work and other parts of my life. I will report soon on finished and ongoing projects.
Right now I want to show you all the lovely swatches have dyed on the past couple of days. I have a crewel pattern in the works and am looking for some bright colors.

These 8-value swatches have all been dyed with single prochem dyes--no formulas, using 1/4 tsp dye for each set.

I've learned a few things through the process and look forward to perfecting my skills. The most important lesson so far...be patient. It takes time. Now I understand why swatches are so expensive.